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In aikido, there are many techniques for using weapons and defending against the use of weapons. Practice aikido weapons techniques with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video series on martial arts weapons.
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Before aikido weapons, there were other techniques used in aikido. Discover traditional aikido techniques with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
In aikido, the traditional uniform is generally the Japanese karate uniform called a hakama. Dress properly for aikido with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
Samurai swords in aikido are very powerful weapons. Learn about the different parts of a Samurai sword with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
An aikido saisa mai technique refers to a traditional seated position. Practice the laido sword saisa mai form with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
In aikido, the yariyaki form means forces of eight and is a powerful technique. Practice the laido sword yariyaki form with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
The uchi-negosh form in aikido is intended to defend against an attacker coming from an angle. Practice the laido sword uchi-negosh form with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
The skai komi technique in aikido is used when reacting to an attacker who has been scared off. Practice the laido sword skai komi form with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
In aikido, a simple stand and advance technique can be very useful. Practice advancing in ashindru with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
The kumitachi technique in aikido refers to a paired exercise with a sword. Try the aikido kumitachi form with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
In the first aikido step for masubi-nokai, the sword is in the back and the blade is down. Practice the first part of masubi-nokai with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
In aikido, the second part of masubi-nokai involves drawing the sword. Practice the second part of masubi-nokai with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
For the last portion of aikido masubi-nokai, the sword is dropped, rolled, and the attacker steps through. Practice the final portion of masubi-nokai with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
After learning aikido masubi-nokai, it's best to practice every step consecutively. Watch a demonstration of masubi-nokai with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
In aikido, focusing on the weapon allows the body to slow down. Focus in aikido with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
One aikido weapons warm-up includes stepping back, dropping the sword to the side and then raising it all the way up. Warm up for aikido with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
Practice aikido by doing a step and cut up warm-up technique. Step and cut up in aikido with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
In aikido, a kumitachi paired sword exercise involves both swords moving toward the oppponent's throats. Practice the aikido kumitachi sword exercise with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
Start in segon form for the aikido kumitachi exercise variation. Try an aikido kumitachi exercise with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
In aikido, starting a kumitachi exercise in ushoa jodahsoa requires paying attention to a partner. Practice a kumitachi exercise with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
In aikido, a tachidori sword exercise involves taking a sword away. Practice the aikido tachidori technique with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
An aikido kokyunage exercise involves grabbing an opponent's weapon handle and attacking. Practice the aikido kokyunage exercise with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
A tenbinnage aikido exercise is done to take away an opponent's sword. Try the tenbinnage sword exercise with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
In aikido, tantodori refers to knife take aways. Practice disarming an opponent by using pressure on their elbow with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
One aikido tantodori involves disarming an opponent with a bent wrist throw. Practice aikido tantodoris with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
In aikido, disarming an opponent with a side entry throw is a modified sokumen iriminage. Practice aikido knife take aways with tips from a third-degree black belt in this free video on martial arts weapons.
Aikido, the modern Japanese martial art, was developed between the 1920's and 1960's and is a powerful form of mortal combat that employs many different techniques of attack and defense. Learning these techniques is done by repeating basic aikido exercises and motions. Each aikido exercise trains a student to execute a certain aikido technique. These aikido exercises are necessary for the aikido student's training and advancement. Learn basic aikido exercises in these free videos on aikido training. In this free video series, a third-degree aikido black belt demonstrates a number of aikido weapons techniques. Sword forms, warm-ups and exercises are covered, as are a variety of disarming techniques for self-defense. Some of the exercises include working with laido swords, kumitachi paired sword exercises and tantodori knife takeaways. With these aikido weapons techniques, the Samurai sword skills of any martial arts student will improve instantly.
Dr. Jeff Albright "Sensei" Jeff Albright has been practicing martial arts for more than 20 years. He holds a 3rd degree black belt in Aikido, black belts in Karate and Iaido (a.k.a. Samurai sword), and holds teaching certificates in various other marital art styles. Dr. Albright has taught classes at well-known Aikido schools in Nagasaki, Japan and instructed officers and personnel for the Japanese Self-Defense Forces. Furthermore, he is a graduate of Ichikukai Misogi Shogaku, a prestigious martial arts program in Japan. Having trained in Japan for nearly 5 years and being fluent in Japanese language and culture, Dr. Albright provides an authentic style of Aikido emphasizing both fluidity of movement and practicality.dkdk
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